pressure-ulcer Clinical Trials
A listing of pressure-ulcer medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
Found 27 clinical trials
The Effect of Carer Training on Pressure Ulcers in Palliative Patients
The aim of this article is to examine the effect of the training of carers caring for palliative care patients on the prevention and management of pressure ulcers. In this context, how the training affects the level of knowledge and practices of the carers will be evaluated. The findings obtained …
A Randomized Controlled Phase II Trial of STIMULAN VG vs Standard of Care (SoC) for the Treatment of Osteomyelitis Associated With Stage IV Pressure Ulcers.
The purpose of this trial is to assess the safety, tolerability and between-group effect size of STIMULAN VG (with debridement) and a course of systemic antibiotics to standard of care (debridement and systemic antibiotics only) for the treatment of osteomyelitis associated stage IV pressure ulcers.
Clinical Effectiveness of the "PICU Up!" Multifaceted Early Mobility Intervention for Critically Ill Children
While mortality in U.S. pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) is improving, surviving children frequently develop persistent physical, cognitive, and psychological impairments. Over half of critically ill children experience potentially preventable PICU-acquired morbidities, with mechanically ventilated children being at greatest risk. In critically ill adults, randomized trials have shown that progressive …
NPWTi on Closure of Chronic Pressure Sores
The primary objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of the Negative Pressure Wound Therapy system with instillation therapy (NPWTi) on closure of chronic pressure sores. This intervention will be compared to wet-to-dry dressings, which is standard of care. In this post-market, on-label study, we hope to show …
The Effect of Pressure Ulcer Care Package on the Risk of Pressure Ulcer Development
This study aimed to determine the effect of pressure ulcer care package use on the risk of pressure ulcer development due to surgery in patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. It was planned as a randomized controlled study. The population of the study will consist of patients who underwent surgery in the …
A Multicenter, Prospective, Clinical Trial Evaluating a Single Layer Amniotic Membrane and Standard of Care Versus Matched Controls in the Management of Nonhealing Pressure Ulcers
A multicenter, prospective, clinical trial evaluating a single-layer amniotic membrane (XPURT) and standard of care versus matched controls in the management of nonhealing pressure ulcers.
Polyurethane Foam-Pink Pad (RCT) Use in OR
King Abdullah medical city has a cardiac center, and a lot of open-heart surgeries are performed there, and both polyurethane foam (pink Pad) and Mepilex dressing are applied to those patients. Therefore, the present study was designed to compare the effects of polyurethane foam (pink Pad) versus Mepilex dressing for …
Pressure Injury、Caregiver、Knowledge Translation
Background and importance: In 2003, a pressure injury is listed as one of the indicators of care quality in clinical setting by Taiwan joint commission on hospital accreditation. That reflects that a pressure injury is a significant heath care issue. Nowadays, it still constantly happens at hospitals, home, and nursing …
RESTART the Prevention of Pressure Ulcers: Comparing the Effectiveness and Cost of a Reactive Static Air Mattress and Alternating Air Pressure Mattress
Pressure ulcers are a global issue and substantial concern for healthcare systems. A review of the literature between January 2000 and December 2012 has revealed that prevalence rate of pressure ulcers in aged care facilities were between 4.1% and 32.2%, and the incidence rates ranged from 1.9% to 59%. Similarly, …
The ROTAtional-USE of Interface STUDY
In this trial investigators will explore if a protocolized rotational use of interfaces i.e., masks, during noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NPPV) compared to standard care is clinically effective and cost-effective in reducing the incidence of pressure sores in patients with hypercapnic acute respiratory failure (AHRF) treated continuously i.e., for more …
